SSK Portable SSD 1TB
Score: 66/100
WD My Passport 2TB
Score: 74/100Rankings
The WD My Passport 2TB offers solid storage capacity, strong hardware encryption, and a lightweight, bus-powered design, making it a reliable portable backup for Windows users.
The SSK 1 TB Portable SSD offers multiple performance tiers, from entry-level USB 3.1 models to a high-end USB 3.2 Gen2×2 version delivering up to 2000 MB/s. It combines a lightweight aluminum case with broad OS compatibility and SLC caching, making it attractive for creators and gamers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
931 GB | 2,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 110 MB/s | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 110 MB/s | |
36 monthsbest | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.037 kgbest | 0.14 kg |
250,000 MBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 38 mmbest | 74.93 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 12 mmbest | 13.46 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen2 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 110 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 110 MB/s |
Power & Connectivity(1) | ||
Power Source | USB | Bus-powered |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPadOS, iOS | Windows, Mac (reformat) |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.0366 kg | 0.14 kg |
Width (mm) | 38 mm | 74.93 mm |
Height (mm) | 12 mm | 13.46 mm |
Depth (mm) | 66 mm | 107.19 mm |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 931 GB | 2000 GB |
Drive Type | SSD | HDD |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB‑C to USB‑C, USB‑C to USB‑A | Micro-USB to USB-A |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the SSK SSD for its blazing-fast transfer rates, solid aluminum construction, and feature set that includes TRIM, S.M.A.R.T., and a high-speed SLC cache, positioning it as a strong competitor to flagship drives like the Samsung T7 and SanDisk Extreme Pro.
Everyday users consistently highlight the drive's speed, portability, and reliability, calling it "lightning fast" and "incredible speed and great value," while a minority report occasional speed throttling and confusion over advertised specifications.
Professional reviewers praise its reliability, security features, and value, while noting the misleading USB-C marketing due to the Micro-USB port.
Users rate it highly for dependable performance and ease of use on Windows, but complain about the USB type mismatch and the need to reformat for Mac.
“lightning fast”
“incredible speed and great value”
“Works well”
